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Rule change could hamper third sector. New UK Government grant funding rules could restrict the activities of some third sector organisations, Social Justice Secretary Alex Neil has said. Third sector organisations that receive grant funding from the UK Government could be prevented from trying to influence Parliament, Government or political parties with that funding, through […]

The Web Conferencing Framework is available for use by all Scottish public (and third) sector organisations. Given on-going adverse weather conditions, travel disruptions and budget constraints the Web Conferencing Services Framework can offer a real time, efficient and green alternative to face-to-face meetings. The Web Conferencing Framework can help you achieve best Value for Money […]

The latest Scottish Government Policy Note details changes to the rules on public procurement in Scotland arising from the Utilities Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2016 and the Concession Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2016. The note (in PDF format) can be downloaded here. Source: Scottish Government

Below are some selected future contract and tender opportunities that may be of interest to social enterprise / third sector organisations to apply for either individually or in partnership with each other or private sector organisations. Where possible we will include opportunities that contain a Community Benefits approach. You may be required to register at […]

There is a FREE capacity building workshops coming up for SMEs and Social Enterprises this month taking place at: GRREC Temporary Visitors Centre, 425 Polmadie Road, Glasgow, G42 0PJ. Details below, click the links for the flyer (PDF). Registrations details are also below. HR Essentials Thursday 25th February 2016 | 10:00 – 12:00 hrs An overview of the […]

This FREE event from Mclaughlin & Harvey Construction Limited is to be held at the following time, date and location: Friday, 5 February 2016 from 10:00 to 12:00 (GMT) Glasgow Kelvin Hall International Sports Arena Old Dumbarton Road G3 8RD Glasgow Managing people can be challenging for everyone involved in the relationship. You will be […]

Below are some selected future contract and tender opportunities that may be of interest to social enterprise / third sector organisations to apply for either individually or in partnership with each other or private sector organisations. Where possible we will include opportunities that contain a Community Benefits approach. You may be required to register at […]

Do you have questions for the procurement team here at City of Edinburgh Council? We are holding individual 30 minute appointments at our surgery to enable suppliers of goods services to meet our team. If you would like to book a one to one appointment for the 4th February 2016 please email; supplier.support@edinburgh.gov.uk stating your […]